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Donation and Membership

Donation and Membership

At every stage of the Sitka Center's development----from its founding on a small plot of donated land, to the construction of the Boyden Studio with donated lumber and labor, to the creation of an Endowment Fund that will provide for the Center's long-term future----Sitka has grown due to the generosity of people like you.

You can donate or become a member by sending a check to:56605 Sitka DriveOtis, OR 97368Or pay online below

Want to talk about putting Sitka in your Estate or honor someone with a bequest?Please call us so we can explain your options. 541-994-5485 (ask for Alison)executivedirector@sitkacenter.org

FAQ's about Membership

A membership gives you benefits (like a discount on workshops) in return for your contribution, but your tax deduction is reduced by the value of the benefits you receive (so if you buy a $100 membership and you get $15 dollar discount on a workshop, you can only submit $85 as a charitable contribution at tax time.) The same amount as a donation doesn't give you any workshop discounts, but you can claim the full $100 as a charitable contribution on your taxes.

Early workshop enrollment begins the latter part of February. If you are not currently a member and want to register early, sign up for membership at the same time you register for a workshop. You can either visit our website, call us (541-994-5485), or send a letter with payment to: Sitka Center, 56605 Sitka Dr, Otis, OR 97368.

Here's the breakdown on membership levels offering discounts on workshop tuition fees:• $100 Supporter level – 10% for the individual holding the membership• $150 Household level – 10% for family members living in the same household• $250 Sustainer level – 20% discount for family members living in the same household• $500 Benefactor level – 30% discount for family members living in the same household

The short answer is no. Often during the members' early registration period, workshops fill prior to being offered to the general public. It wouldn't be fair to other members if we opened this loophole for non-members.

Yes! Memberships make great gifts any time of the year for whatever occasion. Probably the easiest way to make this happen is to call us at 541-994-5485 so we can make sure the membership goes to the right person.

Contributions to the Sitka Center are tax deductible to the full extent of the law. Please contact a tax professional for details. In general the deductibility of your membership is reduced by the value of whatever benefit you receive. So if you save $15 by getting a discount, then the charitable deduction you can submit is reduced by $15.